Ford F-150 2018 Owner's Manual page 407

When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly, it is
recommended that you do not:
• Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) in 4WD.
• Engage 4WD unless the vehicle is
stationary.
• Use 4WD on dry pavement.
The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly can lead to
impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• Four-wheel drive capability.
When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly additional
caution should be given to:
• Towing a trailer.
• Driving vehicles equipped with a
camper body.
• Driving vehicles with a load on the
cargo rack.
Drive cautiously when using a full-size
dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly
and seek service as soon as possible.
Tire Change Procedure
WARNINGS
When one of the front wheels is off
the ground, the transmission alone
will not prevent the vehicle from
moving or slipping off the jack, even if the
transmission is in park (P).
F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201709, Second Printing
Wheels and Tires
the parking brake and use an appropriate
block or wheel chock to secure the wheel
diagonally opposite to the wheel being
changed. For example, when changing the
front left wheel, place an appropriate block
or wheel chock on the right rear wheel.
someone else could be seriously injured.
road to avoid the danger of being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.
provided, make sure the jack capacity is
adequate for the vehicle weight, including
any vehicle cargo or modifications. If you
are unsure if the jack capacity is adequate,
contact the authorized dealer.
between the extended running board and
your vehicle. A moving running board may
cause injury.
Note: Only use the spare tire carrier to stow
the tire and wheel combination provided
with your vehicle. Other tire and wheel
combinations can cause the tire carrier to
fail.
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WARNINGS
To help prevent your vehicle from
moving when changing a wheel, shift
the transmission into park (P), set
Do not work on your vehicle when
the jack is the only support. If the
vehicle slips off the jack, you or
Do not attempt to change a tire on
the side of the vehicle close to
moving traffic. Pull far enough off the
Always use the jack provided as
original equipment with your vehicle.
If using a jack other than the one
Switch off the running boards before
jacking or placing any object under
your vehicle. Never place your hand